English classes for Students at Holy Trinity Orphanage in Srikakulam, Andhra Pradesh, India

Conduct online English classes for children and youth

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Application deadline 5 years ago: Thursday 25 Mar 2021 at 22:00 UTC

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Overview

Conduct online English classes for children and youth

You have:

  • Fluency in both Telugu and English is mandatory as the students are at beginners level.
  • Some experience in teaching would be preferred but not necessary.
  • Commitment and motivation to work with disadvantaged children is essential.

Contract

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We are looking for online volunteers to conduct online English classes via Skype for children and youth in St John's High School. These are orphaned and semi orphaned boys, they come from broken families. They do not know English. Online Volunteers must be able to converse in Telugu and English. Classes are conducted from Monday-Saturday between5-30 to 8 -00 pm IST. Online Volunteers will be required to teach for one hour on two consecutive days at a mutually agreed time and date. Orientation and training will be given to all the volunteers. Access to syllabus will be given to all the volunteers. If you have the skills, the time and the compassion, then you are best suited for this opportunity. Please apply only if these timings are suitable for you. We do not accept applicants without CV. Please read the language requirements before applying, this project requires ''The Telugu language''.

  • Teaching and training
  • Language teaching

    Offering online English classes is part of our literacy project for children and youth. We aim to develop English skills and further increase their confidence of communicating in English. We focus on improving spoken and written English for the disadvantaged children in developing countries. Each online volunteer's contribution will help to improve their English and instill confidence to pursue their goals.

  • Volunteers: 8 needed

  • 1-5 hours per week / 26 weeks

    Fluency in Telugu and English is mandatory as the students are at beginners level. Some experience in teaching would be preferred but not necessary. We prefer online volunteers who are motivated & committed because the children consider the volunteers as their teacher, mentor, and a friend. Only candidates who are committed and are fluent in both Telugu and English should apply.

  • India

  • English, Telugu

Potential interview questions

Can you share an experience where you motivated a child to learn something new? This assesses your ability to inspire students and demonstrate commitment. Discuss a specific instance, focusing on your approach and the outcome.
How would you handle a situation where a student is struggling to understand? This analyzes your teaching approach and problem-solving skills. Pro members can see the explanation.
Added 5 years ago - Updated 1 year ago - Source: onlinevolunteering.org